Swimming

State of swimming Elite swimmers have long competed on a national or regional basis in club competition, even the Olympic Trials. Nonetheless, needed or not, here comes the introduction of the State Championships May 22-23 at Clovis West High outside Fresno. The top three San Diego Section swimmers overall by time from Division I or II qualify for the state meet. There’s also a provision for at-large entries who meet ...

El Cajon  After battling an extended illness this season, Torrey Pines senior Crystal Lore finally can take a healthy outlook into the San Diego Section Division I swim finals as she bids for a repeat title in the girls 50-yard freestyle. Lore endured whooping cough, weight loss and weakness during winter break and then started the season well off the form that not only made her a swim champion but also the third-best shot ...